Disney Studios Seeks Magic Touch

Whoever takes over as head of Walt Disney Co.'s movie studio following the abrupt departure of Chairman Dick Cook last week will be tasked with making the struggling film division stand out among a growing number of corporate siblings, each with their own strong identity.

Once the centerpiece of Disney's sprawling family-entertainment empire, Disney Studios today is just one of several high-profile film labels owned by the Burbank, Calif., media giant. Mr. Cook's successor will need to manage a roster of filmmakers...